Newsline: Growing Talent Locally
FLC Intern, Emaliah Sawyer, shares why internships are essential to strengthening La Plata County’s economy.
Southern Ute Drum: Project RUN Hones Leadership Skills for Tribal Employees
The Southern Ute Drum highlights Project RUN and the 17 employees of the Southern Ute Permanent Fund who honed their leadership skills through our Leadership microcredential.
Childcare Investment Fund launches with $50,000 local contribution
The Early Childcare Investment Fund launches with first local contribution and will be matched with public revenue sources to create an additional 420 childcare slots over the next three years in La Plata County.
Durango Herald: Community benefits from housing, child care focus
Durango Herald highlights importance of community-first approach when addressing critical challenges, applauding our work in workforce housing and early childcare access.
Newsline: The Hidden Cost of Childcare Gaps
Executive Director, Sarah Tober, details the hidden costs of our community’s childcare challenges.
La Plata County’s Childcare Strategic Investment Plan
The La Plata Early Childcare Strategic Investment Plan is officially here! This bold community-driven plan aims to expand access, support early childhood educators, and strengthen our local economy.
Newsline: AI Conference explores innovations, ethical challenges, and the future.
AI is already transforming local industry and sparking big conversations. FLC News shares highlights from the Four Corners AI Conference.
Newsline: Stregthening Durango’s Economy
Learn more about the work of the La Plata Economic Development Alliance with Local News Networks’ Community Insight.
Workforce Rental Assistance Micro-loan Program Continues to Support La Plata County Renters
Since 2022, this program has provided accessible, low-cost micro-loans to help renters cover these expenses, including first and last month’s rent as well as security deposits.
Press Release: Alliance and Fort Lewis College to host Four Corners AI Conference
The Four Corners AI Conference will gather experts, enthusiasts, and newcomers alike on FLC’s campus to explore the rapidly growing field of artificial intelligence and its real-world applications across industries.
